Preparation:
Make a roux by stirring 2 Tbls of oil and 2 Tbls of flour in a heavy skillet, over medium heat, until chocolate brown. Add the onion and wilt then add the broth, water, tomato paste, ham and mushrooms. Cook until thickened and reduced to half, about 30 minutes. In a small pan, saute the shallots in 4 Tbls of butter. Add the red wine and simmer several more minutes. Add the lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce and thyme. Before serving, strain out the solids and serve over the steak.
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